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May 9, 2025 58 mins

In this episode of The Creative Grove, Tim interviews Matt Curtis, a creative entrepreneur who shares his journey from working in church ministry to building his own freelance business. Matt discusses the challenges and rewards of freelancing, the importance of creativity in business, and how to navigate the fears associated with making the jump to freelance work. He emphasizes the need for structure, discipline, and a clear mission in order to succeed as a freelancer. The conversation also touches on the importance of learning from others and addressing personal fears in the entrepreneurial journey.

Takeaways

  • The Creative Grove focuses on real conversations with creatives.
  • Matt Curtis transitioned from church ministry to freelancing.
  • Creativity can be harnessed for meaningful missions.
  • Freelancing requires navigating the business side of creativity.
  • Addressing fears is crucial for making the jump to freelance.
  • Building a business is about more than just creativity.
  • Having a support system is essential for freelancers.
  • Freelancing is a survival skill that requires dedication.
  • It's important to learn from others in the field.
  • Success in freelancing comes from structure and discipline.



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